Sourcing Lead - Service Parts

Overview

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Position Overview: As the Sourcing Lead for Service Parts, you will ensure that new service parts are identified, sourced, and ready ahead of product launches so customers have what they need from day one. You will work closely with teams across Product Development, Engineering, Quality, Sourcing, and Purchasing to secure supplier alignment, establish supply parameters, and prepare parts for distribution. You will play a central role in maintaining in‑stock readiness and supporting Polaris’ commitment to reliable service.

This role offers the opportunity to influence product success by shaping sourcing strategies and improving launch processes at scale.

• Lead supplier selection and onboarding, manage quoting, load negotiated costs, define MOQs, establish lead times and delivery schedules, and approve packaging requirements for customer-ready service parts.
• Partner with Purchasing to ensure timely ordering and stocking of service parts at distribution centers in alignment with launch readiness metrics.
• Monitor and report on service part readiness and key launch performance indicators.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, clearly communicating expectations and ensuring alignment with service part needs.
• Drive continuous improvement of service part launch processes, tools, and best practices.

• Stay informed on supplier manufacturing capabilities and emerging technologies to support strategic sourcing decisions.

• Technical / Functional Expertise:
  You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.
• Collaboration:
  
  You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Planning & Organization:
  You manage time, resources, and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, or product launch roles
• Strong understanding of sourcing principles, supplier management, and inventory planning
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
• Effective communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience collaborating with engineering, product development, and operations teams
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite; PLM system experience is a plus

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $68,750 to $90,220 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture. Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.

Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work. Employees at…